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MAAC Dive and Snorkel Trail, Marmion MAAC Dive and Snorkel Trail, Marmion

Snorkel  in Perth & Surrounds

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Avon Valley, Yanchep, Lancelin & Cervantes, Peel, Perth Hills, Perth Metro, Rottnest, Swan Valley

  • 1-3 hours
  • 0.4 km

This dive and snorkel trail features 20 informative plinths located on the seafloor to guide your way. The 400 metre trail takes scuba divers and snorkellers on an interactive journey through the clear waters of the marine park, which are often inhabited by a colourful array of fish and marine species.

Twenty plaques, illustrated by Kellee Merritt, feature a range of sea creatures likely to be encountered in the marine park.
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Suitable for all levels, the trail varies in depth between two to six metres, with 20 underwater plinths installed to guide divers and snorkellers, printed with fun activities and facts. The plaques were illustrated by Kellee Merritt and feature a range of sea creatures likely to be encountered in the marine park.

Arrows on top of each plinth indicate the direction and distance (in metres) to the next plinth. 

Accompanying the trail is a mural painted on the outside of the Marmion Angling and Aquatic Club (MAAC) by local artist Brenton See, featuring land-based information and safety signage. 

The trail is suitable for SCUBA divers and snorkellers depending on weather conditions, experience and ability.

This start of this trail is marked with a surface float out the front of the Marmion Angling and Aquatic Club (MAAC) in Marmion.   

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Time / Duration

As long as you feel like being in the water

Length

400 metres

Trail Start

Off Marmion Beach (opposite the angling club), 20km (25 minutes) from Perth CBD

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Trail End

What To Pack

Hazards & Warnings

Check weather conditions before entering the water. Always dive or snorkel with a buddy. Check your snorkelling gear before entering the water.

Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Public Toilet

Best time of year

All year round depending on weather conditions.

Trail Access

Road 2WD

Prohibited Items

The use of gidgees, spearguns or any sharp instrument is prohibited within 1800 metres of the shore throughout the Marmion Marine Park.
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